Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of the holiday season with the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra's "Classical Christmas." Released on December 1, 2023, under the haenssler CLASSIC label, this captivating album is a celebration of timeless classical compositions that have come to define the spirit of Christmas.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, "Classical Christmas" features a diverse array of pieces, from the lively and familiar "Nutcracker Suite" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to the serene and contemplative "Ave Maria" by Franz Schubert. The album also includes arrangements of beloved Christmas carols such as "Silent Night" and "O Come, All Ye Faithful," showcasing the orchestra's versatility and mastery.
The Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, known for their rich and expressive performances, brings a new dimension to these classic pieces. Their interpretation of the "Christmas Concerto" by Arcangelo Corelli is particularly noteworthy, with its intricate and harmonious arrangements that evoke the essence of the season.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or simply looking to add some festive cheer to your holiday playlist, "Classical Christmas" offers a delightful selection of music that is sure to resonate with listeners of all ages. Let the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra be your guide through a musical journey that captures the magic and wonder of the Christmas season.
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Tracks
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35: Overture miniaturePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35: MarchPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, TH 35, Act II Tableau III: Divertissement: Danse russe TrepakPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra, Klaus-Peter Hahn
Es ist ein Ros entsprungen (Lo, How a Rose e'er Blooming) [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Michael Praetorius, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Weihnacht bringt die Segensbotschaft (arr. For recorder and orchestra) [Christmas has brought a blessed message]Christoph Ernst Friedrich Weyse, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Schlichte Weisen, Op. 76, No. 52. Maria Wiegenlied: Schlichte Weisen, Op. 76: No. 52, Mariae Wiegenlied (Mary's Cradle Song) [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Max Reger, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Joseph, lieber Joseph mein, "Let the Clouds Sweetly Resound" (Arr. For recorder and orchestra)Anonymous, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Stille Nacht (Silent Night) [arr. S. Schultz]Franz Xaver Gruber, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Ellens Gesang III (Ave Maria!), Op. 52, No. 6, D. 839, "Hymne an die Jungfrau": Ellen's Gesang III [Ave Maria!], Op. 56, No. 6, D. 839, "Hymne an die Jungfrau" [arr. For recorder and orchestra]Franz Schubert, Michala Petri, Danish Radio Sinfonietta, Henrik Vagn Christensen
Allelujah! Freuet euch, ihr Christen alleAndreas Hammerschmidt, Solistenensemble, Das, Gerhard Schnitter
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. V: Ehre sei dir, Gott gesungen … (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. V: Chorale. Dein Glanz all Finsternis verzehrt … (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Weihnachts-Oratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: Pt. VI: Chorus. Herr, wenn die stolzen Feinde schnauben… (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stuttgart Hymnus Boys' Choir, Gerhard Wilhelm
Uns ist ein Kindlein heut geborn, BWV 414Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Liebster Immanuel, Herzog der Frommen, BWV 123: Liebster Immanuel, Herzog der Frommen (Chorus)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, Helmuth Rilling
Horch! Die Weihnachtsglocken klingen (Arr. K. Bergmuller)Karl Bergmuller, Meistersinger, Die, Klaus Breuninger
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": I. Vivace - GraveArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": III. Adagio - Allegro - AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": IV. VivaceArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Concerto grosso in G Minor, Op. 6 No. 8 "Christmas Concerto": VI. PastoraleArcangelo Corelli, Iona Brown, Jonathan Rees, Lionel Handy, John Constable, Ian Watson, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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